At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Suyun Omurzakov proposed the need to inspect all rehabilitation facilities in the country. He noted that recently the State Committee for National Security discovered one such center where, it is claimed, treatment for drug and alcohol addiction was conducted.
On February 3, during an off-site meeting, the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues, visited the Kyrgyz Scientific Research Institute of Resortology and Rehabilitation located in the village of Tash-Dobo. The director of the institute, Daniyar Kaskeev, reported that the building was constructed in 1984 and has not undergone major repairs since then. Nevertheless, the institute continues its operations, annually receiving about
A scientific and practical conference titled "Knowledge is Power: Fighting Cancer Together" was held in Bishkek, dedicated to World Cancer Day. Within the framework of this event, specialists discussed the key causes leading to the occurrence of oncological diseases. Research in the field of cancer epidemiology indicates that 90-95% of cases are associated with carcinogenic factors arising from the environment and lifestyle.
Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan Kanibek Dosmambetov held a meeting with Liviu Vedrasco, the representative of the World Health Organization in the country. During this meeting, the minister confirmed the Ministry of Health's intention to continue strategic cooperation with WHO, which has lasted for over 30 years and significantly impacts the development of Kyrgyzstan's healthcare system. Discussing the main areas of joint work, the parties touched on important topics such as primary
Professor Igor Pershukov shared his thoughts on what is necessary for real changes in the scientific field. I.V. Pershukov – professor, doctor of medical sciences and philosophy (PhD), head of the Department of Hospital Therapy with a course in Radiological Diagnostics and Oncology at Jalal-Abad State University, as well as a fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and the American Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI). We quote his words:
A scientific and practical conference titled "Knowledge is Power: Fighting Cancer Together" was held in Bishkek, dedicated to World Cancer Day. The conference was attended by Deputy Minister of Health Bakytbek Kadyraliev, deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, the leadership of the National Center for Oncology and Hematology, oncologists, specialists from the Republican Center for Urology and Medical Care, and representatives of relevant organizations.
In the Ak-Tal district of the Naryn region, there is a shortage of 22 doctors of various specialties. This statement was made by the director of the Orozbek Kökkezoov Center for General Medical Practice, Azamat Düyshönaliev. According to Düyshönaliev, the shortage of specialists is observed in various fields of medicine. In 2025, five doctors were attracted to the district, and they continue their activities, but the issue of staffing remains relevant.
"Why has the construction of the ambulance substation at the address Suerkulova 1/1 not yet begun? The project is ready, the land has been allocated — what is the problem?" — with such questions, deputy of the Bishkek City Council Tatyana Kuznetsova addressed the joint meeting of the factions "Emgek" and "Zhańy Kүch" on February 3. In response, Vice Mayor Azamat Kadyrov stated that in 2024, healthcare funding will be transferred to the Ministry of Health and
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a scientific and practical conference titled "Knowledge is Power: Fighting Cancer Together" was held, dedicated to World Cancer Day. This was reported by the Ministry of Health. According to the department, this event became an important forum for professional communication and experience exchange regarding the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of oncological diseases.
The Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary Epidemiological Surveillance reported that the risk of Nipah virus spread in Kyrgyzstan is assessed as low. What is the Nipah virus
At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on industrial policy, transport, and construction, Deputy Minister of Construction Talantbek Imanakun uulu announced the Ministry of Construction's plans to increase the pace of healthcare facility construction in 2026. The committee discussed issues related to pricing for services and works of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, as well as examined the problems of rising prices in the
At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Agricultural Policy and Ecology on February 2, measures to combat smog were discussed. Alisher Kozyuev, a deputy, addressed representatives of the Ministry of Health with a question about whether the increase in diseases is related to any virus or if it is a consequence of air pollution.
The Minister of Health Kanybek Dosmambetov noted at the meeting dedicated to the results of 2025 that medical tourism has reached significant scales and represents a negative phenomenon. He emphasized that many patients are forced to seek treatment abroad due to the low quality of medical services in the country. However, treatment outside of Kyrgyzstan does not always lead to positive outcomes — often, people do not receive the necessary help or return home without healing.
The opening of the maternity ward took place at the Osh Interregional United Clinical Hospital after a major renovation. The event was covered by the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan. High-ranking guests attended the ceremony, including First Deputy Minister of Health Aibek Matkerimov, the President's Plenipotentiary Representative in the Osh Region Amanakan Kenjebayev, Vice Mayor of the city Nurlan Zakirov, Chairman of the Osh City Council Bolot Bayetov, as well as doctors and staff of
The Ministry of Health has announced the creation of a new department that will focus on digital transformation. This was stated by Health Minister Kanaybek Dosmambetov during a board meeting dedicated to the results of 2025. According to the minister, the new unit is expected to employ at least ten specialists. The main task of the department will be to implement and develop digital solutions in healthcare.
Today, February 2, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, handed over 20 service vehicles to medical organizations in the Naryn region. According to information provided by a Turmush correspondent, the distribution of vehicles took place as follows:
The Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF) has clarified the rules for providing medical assistance to pregnant women, as well as the conditions regarding co-payments during hospitalization when the illness is not related to pregnancy, childbirth, or complications arising during pregnancy. MHIF emphasized that within the framework of the State Guarantee Program, two categories of hospitalization are distinguished.
On February 2, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported that employees of the tourist-ecological platoon of the separate patrol and post service battalion provided assistance to a minor who was injured at the "Chunkurchak" ice rink. The incident occurred on February 1, when the young man fell while going down on a tubing and injured his left leg. The police officers, noticing the incident, immediately provided first aid and monitored the
During the ceremony of handing over vehicles in the Naryn region, Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov announced that all district and territorial hospitals should become uniform and standardized. On February 2, the head of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) Kamchybek Tashiev handed over 20 vehicles to medical institutions in the Naryn region, which will help address the issue of lack of service transport and improve the material and technical base of hospitals.
At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Minister of Health Ryspek Sydygaliev reported on current trends in morbidity affecting both children and adults. In particular, he noted cases of pneumonia and bronchial asthma. Sydygaliev emphasized that although the situation is not critical, official data confirms the presence of such diseases.
Today, February 2, a ceremonial opening of the renovated maternity ward took place at the Osh Interregional Combined Clinical Hospital, which underwent a major renovation. This information was provided by the press service of the President's representative office in the Osh region.
During the meeting of the Agrarian Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, the director of the National Institute of Public Health, Jarkynbek Kasymbekov, reported that no research has been conducted in Kyrgyzstan regarding the impact of smog on citizens' health. Nevertheless, he emphasized that international studies confirm that smog is a factor contributing to the increase in respiratory diseases. “In our country, in particular, there has been a 2.5-fold increase in cases of allergic rhinitis
Kanibek Dosmambetov, the Minister of Health, shared the department's plans for updating the personnel in the medical field. During his speech at the final board meeting for 2025, he noted that the Ministry of Health is actively collaborating with international partners in the training of medical specialists. In particular, this concerns medical institutions in Russia, Turkey, the USA, and other countries.
The head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), Kamchybek Tashiev, handed over 20 vehicles for the needs of medical institutions in the Naryn region. This event took place with the aim of improving the material and technical base of hospitals and overcoming the shortage of service vehicles. According to the GKNB press service, the transfer of vehicles occurred on February 2 and was carried out to the following medical institutions: